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Celebrating 100 Years of Mrs. Alene Linton Thompson, a beloved pioneer of the Boulevard Gardens community, was born on January 23, 1926, in Suwannee County, Florida, to the late Mr. Benjamin Linton and Mrs. Minnie Louise Riley Linton; Mrs. Alene Linton Thompson, celebrates an extraordinary milestone this week, turning 100 years old. 

When most teens think about love, they think about crushes, relationships, or strong emotions. But faith shows us that love is more than a feeling;  it’s a choice and a way of life. The Bible says, “We love because He first loved us” (1 John 4:19). That means our value doesn’t come from others’ opinions, but from God. God’s love reminds us that we don’t have to earn worth or acceptance. We are already loved

       There are moments in life when staying quiet, though comfortable, is no longer faithful. Times when reflection alone is not enough. When prayer must be matched with posture, and conviction must finally find its voice. These are the moments when the world is not asking for a melody; it is asking for clarity. When the world needs a trumpet, a flute will not do.

– The CSC is expecting to budget up to $4.1 million in FY 26/27 for the New Diversion Alternatives for Youth (New DA Y) 2026 Request for Proposals (RFP). The intent of this RFP is to provide innovative diversion and civil citation programming for youth that will reduce recidivism and deeper-end involvement within the juvenile justice system.

     Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, a 35-acre subtropical estate and historic museum located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, welcomes visitors to experience ZimSculpt, its new outdoor exhibit celebrating contemporary Zimbabwean stone sculptures.  ZimSculpt has transformed the historic estate into a global showcase of Zimbabwean art, culture, and craftsmanship.

       The nation remains deeply divided and emotionally charged after the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a U.S. Border Patrol agent during federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, Minnesota part of a broader crackdown that has already seen another fatal shooting earlier this month. The incident has triggered widespread protests, political backlashes, and a surge of voices demanding accountability from federal authorities.

Girls in Christ, Inc. (GIC), is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to growing girls ages 10-18 in Confidence, Christ and Community. GIC proudly announces its move into a new program space alongside the award of two major grants totaling $40,000 from the Southern Black Girls & Women’s Consortium and a Capacity Building Grant from Children’s Services. This milestone marks a powerful season of growth for GIC’s Sunflower Garden, where girls are cultivated, supported, and empowered to flourish.

     Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) has donated an Electrathon electric vehicle (EV) build kit to students at Miami Carol City Senior High School, home to an Electric Vehicle Automotive Technology Magnet Program.

Today, Florida Senator Shevrin Jones (SD-34) bill to create a Blue Envelope Program and make interactions safer between people with autism and law enforcement during roadside interactions passed the Criminal Justice committee unanimously.

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